Kerala Medical Journal (KMJ),the scientific publication of Indian Medical Association, Kerala state branch, is the first and most authentic medical journal published from Kerala. The journal upholds scientific excellence and social commitment and is obliged to publish medical research work, observations and reviews with emphasis on the state's population.KMJ also envisages to educate medical professionals on both basics and advances in the medical field. We hope to reach out to the entire medical community with utmost scientific information and thus enable better health in the society.